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Back to School Tips
Heading back to school during a pandemic presents students, families, and teachers with a unique set of challenges. The FCC has tips on home network optimization, getting broadband, wireless security, cell phone hygiene, and more. Learn more.
Fear Fuels COVID-19 Contact Tracing Scams
As the battle against the COVID-19 pandemic continues, scammers are impersonating contact tracers in texts and calls, claiming the contacted party has been exposed to COVID-19 and needs to act quickly. Learn More.
Communicating During an Emergency
Watch FCC Video: Don't Be Scared, Be Prepared! Communicating can be challenging during power outages caused by severe weather. Learn how to prepare for such emergencies and what to do when outages occur.
Call Blocking Tools and Resources
A recent FCC report found that phone companies partnering with third-party analytics companies are able to block billions of illegal and unwanted calls to American consumers each year. Learn more about available call blocking and labeling tools.
- Blog: Building on the Promise of Call Blocking | Consumer Guides: Robocalls and Texts and Spoofing
Suicide Prevention Hotline: 1-800-273-8255
988 to Become National Suicide Prevention Hotline by July 2022: Click to learn more
Consumer Guides
What is caller ID spoofing and how does it work? Get helpful tips about what you can do if you think you're being spoofed.
Remember to Rescan
TV channels may have recently changed in your area. Learn what you should do to ensure you're receiving all available channels. What to Watch For | Remember to Rescan
Broadband improves lives for people of all ages, from connecting far-flung family members and friends to providing easy online access to a virtual world of goods and services. Learn more about how you can - and why you should - get connected.
Consumer and Governmental Affairs Bureau
The Consumer and Governmental Affairs Bureau develops and implements the FCC's consumer policies and serves as the agency's connection to the American consumer.